[BCMA] Media Release: VPAG Celebrates Local Talent at First Annual Jewelry Party, February 7, 2013

[Moderated BCMA subscriber listserv.]

MEDIA RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Contact: Kelly MacIntosh

kelly at vernonpublicartgallery.com

 

February 1, 2013

 

Vernon Public Art Gallery

Gallery Celebrates Local Talent at First Annual Jewelry Party

 

Where: Vernon Public Art Gallery, 3228 31st Ave. Vernon BC, V1T 2H3,
250-545-3173                                                    
When: February 7, 2013

Why: Special Event

Who: Vernon Public Art Gallery


The Vernon Public Art Gallery has organized the first annual pARTy Gems
jewelry party in celebration of the talented artisans who produce hand-made
products available in the Gallery Shop.

 

"Ladies, we're having a jewelry party! Come on out and treat yourself before
Valentine's Day to ensure you get something you really like on that special
day." - said Dauna Kennedy Grant, VPAG Executive Director.

 

"Jewelry is one of the most popular gifts on Valentines' Day and the Gallery
would like to encourage everyone to shop local, support Okanagan artists,
and be pleasantly surprised at the immense talent we have in the artwork
produced by artists close to home. All four artists featured at our event
live right here in the Okanagan; from Vernon, Coldstream, Lumby and
Kelowna.." 

 

Four Okanagan artists will be present, displaying their latest creations.
Susan Richards of Studio 410 creates works with an eclectic mix of classic
and contemporary styles, often using repurposed components including copper,
stones, and vintage beads. Lucho Vera Flores also incorporates stones into
his gold and silver pendants and earrings, with precession and delicacy.
Maud Besson of Ecceterra Designs brings a unique approach to design in her
chunky, bold accessories that make use of leather, metals and glass beads
that is fresh and new. Helene Tremblay shows evidence of patience and
attention to detail in her elegant hand painted ceramic pendants. Each
artist creates art for others to enjoy each and every day in the form of
jewelry.

 

"The VPAG Gallery Shop carries only unique, one-of-a-kind gift items, and
jewelry is one of the many quality items we offer for sale."

 

The Gallery welcomes everyone to attend, meet the artists, browse the
displays, enjoy food and drinks and great company. Four exhibitions will
also be open for viewing. The event is open to the public at just $5 per
person, which goes toward any purchases made at the event.

 

Image:
Jewelry by Susan Richards of Studio 410
2013 pARTy Gems poster

 

For more information about the Vernon Public Art Gallery contact
www.vernonpublicartgallery.com or call 250-545-3173. 

 

Kelly MacIntosh
Marketing and Programming Coordinator

 

VPAGlogo

3228-31st Avenue, Vernon BC V1T 2H3 

vernonpublicartgallery.com (250) 545-3173

Follow us on  <http://twitter.com/vernonagallery> Twitter &
<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vernon-Public-Art-Gallery/92358973285>
Facebook

 

On view until March 14, 2013:
 
<http://www.vernonpublicartgallery.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=art
icle&id=60&Itemid=86> The 70's - The Big Turnaround of the Seventies from 
the Collection of the Musee du Bas-Saint-Laurent, 
Katie Brennan; Clouds and Other Sky Phenomena,
Lorena Krause; GoPoPs, Breakaway Pottery Studio;

 
<http://www.vernonpublicartgallery.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=art
icle&id=60&Itemid=86> 20 + Hands.

 

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